VP - Technology

Job Description

Job Summary The Vice President (VP) of Software Technology is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving innovation, overseeing software development initiatives, and ensuring the scalability and security of technology solutions. The VP will lead cross-functional teams, develop technical roadmaps, and collaborate with executives to align software strategies with business goals. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Innovation Define and implement the companys software technology vision, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive software architecture decisions, development best practices, and technology adoption. Establish and manage software engineering processes, tools, and standards for continuous improvement. Identify and integrate emerging technologies, including AI, cloud computing, and DevOps methodologies. Software Development & Engineering Management Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), from design to deployment. Manage agile development processes, ensuring high performance and on-time delivery. Set and enforce coding standards, architecture guidelines, and DevOps best practices. Collaborate with product management to define technical requirements and roadmaps. Technical Leadership & Architecture Define scalable, secure, and high-performance software architectures. Lead cloud-native application development, including microservices, containers, and serverless technologies. Ensure robust API development, integration, and management. Oversee data architecture, database performance optimization, and analytics integration. Team Development & Mentorship Build, lead, and mentor high-performing engineering teams. Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence. Collaborate with HR to recruit, retain, and upskill top technical talent. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Implement best practices for cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance. Oversee risk assessments and mitigation strategies for software applications and infrastructure. Ensure adherence to industry standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR. Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication Work closely with executive leadership, product managers, and business teams to translate business needs into technical solutions. Present technical strategies, progress updates, and risk assessments to stakeholders. Partner with external vendors and technology partners to drive innovation and efficiency. Required Technical Skills Programming & Development : Proficiency in Python, Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Node.js, .NET Core, Spring Boot). Cloud Computing : Expertise in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines. Software Architecture : Microservices architecture, event-driven architecture, API design, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). DevOps & Automation : CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), GitOps, and monitoring/logging tools (Prometheus, ELK Stack). Data & Analytics : SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis), data warehousing (Snowflake, BigQuery), and data engineering (Kafka, Spark). Cybersecurity & Compliance : Identity and access management (IAM), encryption standards, vulnerability management, and adherence to compliance frameworks. AI & Machine Learning (Preferred) : Knowledge of AI/ML technologies, model deployment (TensorFlow, PyTorch, MLOps), and data science workflows. Qualifications & Experience Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role. Proven track record of leading large-scale software development projects. Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, software development best practices, and emerging technologies. Experience managing distributed teams and working in a global technology environment. Preferred Certifications (Optional) AWS Certified Solutions Architect / Google Professional Cloud Architect / Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) SAFe Agilist / Certified Scrum Master (CSM) CISSP / CISM (for security-focused leaders) Key Competencies Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to balance technical depth with business strategy. Passion for innovation, automation, and improving software development processes